Northern Canal Gatehouse
Massachusetts — Middlesex County — Merrimack River
Location
| State | Massachusetts |
| County | Middlesex |
| River | Merrimack River |
| Coordinates | 42.64920, -71.33010 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 25 ft |
| Dam Height | 20 ft |
| Dam Length | 143 ft |
| NID Storage | 4,500 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 4,500 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 720 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | May 15, 2019 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1848 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Owner Type | Not Listed |
| Other Name | Northern Canal Head Gates Dam |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.